Cheap flights from El Paso (ELP) to Chicago (CHI) from $42

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
ELP — CHI
sep. 26 — oct. 31

The best prices from El Paso to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from El Paso (ELP) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best ELP to CHI flight in 2023: compare El Paso to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$42
High demand for flights, 33% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 34% potential price drop
From El Paso to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from El Paso to Chicago (CHI)

ELP - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from El Paso to Chicago?

Users have found that leaving on a Wednesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 30% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from El Paso to Chicago?

Users have found that booking a flight from El Paso to Chicago at least 29 days early can save you up to 16% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 29 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from El Paso to Chicago for as little as $513 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $519 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to Chicago?

February can be a great time to fly to Chicago from El Paso with a flight ticket averaging about $437. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $247. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from El Paso to Chicago (ELP - CHI)?

It’s typically best to fly out from El Paso to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 63% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from El Paso to Chicago

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Cheap El Paso to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

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El Paso to Chicago 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to Chicago from El Paso

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One-way flights to Chicago from El Paso

The cheapest one-way flights from El Paso to Chicago
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El PasoChicago Midway

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

mar. 10/17

1 stop21h 49m

Chicago Midway

mar. 10/24

1 stop24h 57m

El PasoChicago Midway

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

mar. 10/17

1 stop21h 49m

Chicago Midway

mar. 10/24

2 stops15h 08m

El PasoChicago Midway

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

mié. 10/18

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago Midway

mié. 10/25

1 stop7h 31m

El PasoChicago Midway

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

mié. 10/25

1 stop20h 23m

Chicago Midway

dom. 10/29

1 stop29h 02m

El PasoChicago Midway

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

mié. 10/25

2 stops10h 18m

Chicago Midway

dom. 10/29

1 stop29h 02m

El PasoChicago Midway

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

mié. 10/25

2 stops10h 18m

Chicago Midway

dom. 10/29

1 stop29h 02m

El PasoChicago O'Hare Intl

ELP - ORD

ELPORD

El Paso

mié. 10/18

1 stop11h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/22

3 stops39h 01m

El PasoChicago O'Hare Intl

ELP - ORD

ELPORD

El Paso

mar. 10/24

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 10/28

Nonstop3h 26m

El PasoChicago Midway

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

mar. 11/28

1 stop7h 08m

Chicago Midway

sáb. 1/6

1 stop7h 10m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from El Paso to Chicago. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about El Paso to Chicago flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from El Paso to Chicago?

Located just 7.2 mi from the city center, El Paso is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from El Paso. Booking flights from El Paso (ELP) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 4 different airlines.

Can I find flights from El Paso to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from El Paso to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $105, but on average you can expect to pay $189.

Are there nonstop flights from El Paso to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from El Paso to Chicago under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from El Paso to Chicago is less than $613.

Are there last-minute flights available from El Paso to Chicago for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from El Paso to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from El Paso to Chicago round-trip?

Currently priced at $105, Frontier will fly you from El Paso to Chicago and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Frontier is currently priced 75% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the most reliable airlines from El Paso to Chicago?

Before booking your flight to Chicago from El Paso, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Aer Lingus (90%), Alaska Airlines (88%), Gulf Air( 88%).

What are the cheapest flights from El Paso to Chicago?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $175. While the most popular route (El Paso - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $197 on average our data indicates $538 when flying from El Paso to Chicago.

What does ELP to ORD mean?

El Paso Airport is ELP and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Top 4 airlines flying from El Paso to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from El Paso to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$147Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$328Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from El Paso to Chicago

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Weekly flight availability from El Paso to Chicago

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